Interim IT Infrastructure Lead

Independent Recruiters; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Recruiters seeks an Interim IT Infrastructure Lead to oversee server, storage, client and network environments in Amsterdam. You will manage Windows servers, VMware virtualization, backups, and local services while coordinating with global IT teams and service providers.

The role includes IT project planning, incident management, and alignment with company strategy. Requirements include 5+ years in IT operations, 3+ years international experience, a Bachelor’s in CS or IS, and fluent

Qualifications

• 5+ years IT operations experience; 3+ years in international/distributed IT.
• Proven leadership and project management skills; ITIL knowledge.
• Fluent English; strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Server, storage, client, and network environment management, including installation, operation, and maintenance of Windows servers and local services (File, Print, Teams);
• Administration of local VMware virtualization, storage systems, and data rooms, ensuring backup and recovery processes;
• Collaboration with global IT teams and service providers, managing local infrastructure integration, and optimizing the mobile user experience;
• IT project planning, implementation, and architecture design aligned with company strategy, while also handling 1st level support and service requests;
• Ensuring compliance with IT infrastructure standards, managing team workflows for incident resolution, and supporting M&A activities.

Skills

IT infrastructure

Leadership

IT experience

Education

Soft skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Job description

Beschrijving

Responsibilities Interim IT Infrastructure Lead

What are you going to do?

• Server, storage, client, and network environment management, including installation, operation, and maintenance of Windows servers and local services (File, Print, Teams);
• Administration of local VMware virtualization, storage systems, and data rooms, ensuring backup and recovery processes;
• Collaboration with global IT teams and service providers, managing local infrastructure integration, and optimizing the mobile user experience;
• IT project planning, implementation, and architecture design aligned with company strategy, while also handling 1st level support and service requests;
• Ensuring compliance with IT infrastructure standards, managing team workflows for incident resolution, and supporting M&A activities.

Requirements

Requirements Interim IT Infrastructure Lead

What do you bring?

• Technical Expertise: Strong IT infrastructure understanding, Microsoft/Office 365, Server OS, common platforms, and target architecture analysis/implementation;
• Leadership & Strategic Alignment: Ability to lead onsite technicians and a strong understanding of organizational goals and infrastructure services;
• Experience: 5+ years general IT operations, 3+ years in international/distributed IT, Microsoft/Citrix experience, and project management/ITIL skills;
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems preferred;
• Soft Skills: Service-oriented, excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication (fluent English), planning, project management, and problem-solving.

Salaris

The offer Interim IT Infrastructure Lead

This is a 40 hour assignment in Amsterdam. Start date is as soon as possible, for a duration of 3 to 6 months. For this assignment, freelance and temp are both possible.